GS-1 [ Year: 2022 ]
Q1
In what ways was India a diverse and multicultural society? Why was it considered so and how did it differ from other societies of Asia and Europe? Explain with examples.
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Q2
What were the causes and consequences of the Odisha Famine of 1866? Discuss in the light of the following: (a) British policy of forcibly extracting agricultural revenue. (b) The heavy dependence of agriculture in India on forces of nature.
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Q3
What is slum inclusive development? Will this lead to a sustainable urban development? Discuss.
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Q4
Do you think sustainable development goal targets are achievable? If yes, how are we going to achieve it? If not, what are the obstacles to achieve it?
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Q7
"Extremism in politics seldom achieves positive results." Discuss in the context of the Indian National Movement.
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Q8
Throw light on the role of Jayi Rajaguru and Buxi Jagabandhu in resisting British control and inspiring people during the National Movement.
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Q9
How would a Union of States be different from a Federation of States? Discuss (a) In the context of the Constitutional position in India that India is a Union. (b) In contrast with the causes and consequences of the American Civil War through which the Union was forced onto the Confederacy.
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Q10
What is secularism? In what ways, it is compatible with the multicultural, multi-religious ethos practiced by India across the ages?
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Q11
What were the reasons for the rapid growth of the industrial revolution in Europe? Discuss in the context of the relative absence of modern industrialisation in the prosperous lands of India and China till the 19th century.
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Q15
Will the ageing population be a problem in India? If not, what are the problems you foresee in the age structure of the Indian population?
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